Douglas Cox Jr

• Facilitated leadership initiatives for Menominee Fuels Management Program.
• Directed teams in executing diverse tasks related to hazard tree removal.
• Assisted in implementing hazard fuel reduction strategies to minimize wildfire risks. Supported prescribed burning operations to enhance ecosystem health. Collaborated with teams to maintain safety protocols during fuel management activities.
• Facilitated wildland fire suppression, prevention, and education activities as required.
• Facilitated resolution of complex problem situations encountered during diverse fire planning activities.
• Assisted in completing assignments on time and meeting project requirements. Supported team members in achieving project goals through collaboration. Contributed to the organization of tasks to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Facilitated project plan reviews and provided strategic recommendations for optimal resource allocation.
• Oversaw continuous monitoring of operational processes to ensure efficiency.
• Facilitated monitoring efforts to evaluate fire and fire suppression effects on forest ecosystems.
• Fostered engagement within diverse communities.
• Contributed to development and refinement of fuel monitoring characteristics through regular site visits.
• Assisted in measuring subjects and implementing data storage techniques. Supported analysis of data to enhance understanding of results. Collaborated with team members to streamline data management processes.
• Delivered project-specific field data to enhance planning, development, and implementation of fuel initiatives.
• Assisted in managing projects related to fuels management. Provided input and suggested strategies to enhance fuels management processes.
• Facilitated routine project assessments to identify hazardous conditions.
• Assisted in managing wildland fuels to support fire prevention efforts. Collaborated with teams to implement effective fuel reduction strategies. Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of wildland fire behavior.
• Executed prescribed fire and fuels projects in qualified roles to enhance ecosystem management.
• Supported field reconnaissance efforts for prescribed fire and fuels treatment units. Assisted with operational tasks to ensure smooth execution of projects.
• Compiled and analyzed field findings to formulate basic recommendations on prescriptive criteria.
• Executed strategies to achieve program objectives.
• Facilitated drafting and development of prescribed fire and fuels management plans.
• Facilitated implementation of prescribed fire and mechanical fuels management activities.
• Guaranteed welfare and safety of all stakeholders throughout project implementation.
• Assisted teams in conducting fuels management reviews and proficiency checks. Supported safety sessions and drills to enhance operational readiness. Participated in collaborative efforts to improve safety protocols.
• Assisted in conducting action reviews to evaluate project outcomes and team performance. Supported teams in identifying areas for improvement and implementing feedback. Collaborated with colleagues to enhance future project strategies.
• Oversaw fuels crew and summer seasonal employees on project sites during supervisor absence.
• Assisted team members in completing daily tasks efficiently. Supported project coordination to meet deadlines. Contributed to maintaining a positive work environment.
• Facilitated record keeping and maintenance of fuel vehicles and mechanical equipment.
• Executed additional responsibilities as delegated by supervisor.

1. Identifying various tree species.

2. Reservation geography, and more specifically, the Menominee Forest.

3. Wetland ordinance and setting up blue lines.

4. Interpret and apply the silvicultural prescriptions within the required introductory period.

5. Interpreting stand and road maps and identifying boundary layouts.

6. Operating chainsaws safely.

7. Identifying archeological, cultural, or burial sites and reporting to appropriate personnel.

8. Complete daily project/unit tally sheet.

9. Assist in harvest preparation by marking timber stands, which would include using BA stick and paint

gun.

10. Perform routine maintenance on paint gun, company vehicle, equipment, building and grounds

keeping.

11. Assist in a variety of surveys, such as, but not limited to; wildlife, tree reproduction, insects, pine

cone, acorn, and diseases.

12. Provide written and/or verbal updates on activities, as required.

13. Stand, walk, and bend, throughout entire shift, to accomplish assigned projects.

14. Efficiently maneuver and mark timber in deep snow while wearing snow shoes.

15. Take initiative and perform duties within expected time frames with minimal or no supervision.

16. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.